Test Site Operations Coordinator (AU)

Test Site Operations Coordinator (AU) Work with cutting edge AI technology, making the world a safer and more secure place. DroneShield (ASX:DRO) offers an opportunity to solve some of world’s most challenging technical problems in the rapidly growing counterdrone sector. Our customers are some of the most demanding in the world, including militaries, government agencies, airports, critical infrastructure, law enforcement and many others. The counterdrone sector is rapidly changing, with DroneShield being in an arms race against state-backed drone manufacturers globally. With one of the largest listed defence company market capitalisations in Australia, now part of the ASX200 index, DroneShield is experiencing a period of hypergrowth. Revenue has surged from A$57 million in 2024 to over A$217 million in 2025, representing growth of more than 400% year-on-year, with record profitability and cashflow. The total addressable global market for counterdrone is assessed at approximately $100 billion, and is currently at the nascent stage with much of the growth still to come, with DroneShield well positioned as a global market leader, and the only public listed pure-play business in this sector. The company has grown from 11 employees in 2017 to over 450 staff globally today, and is on track to reach around 550 by the end of 2026. This expansion includes investment of over A$50 million annually in R&D, a global pipeline exceeding A$2.5 billion, and continuous scaling of production capacity to meet accelerating demand. The role is based at DroneShield’s central Sydney headquarters. Overseas on-the-ground presence includes Virginia (USA), Netherlands, Denmark, Mexico and Dubai, as well as distributors in over 70 countries worldwide. About the role The Test Site Coordinator is responsible for the daily operation, coordination, and safety of remote test sites used for the development, testing, and demonstration of CUAS. This role is the central point of contact for all on-site activities. The Test Site Coordinator owns site access, scheduling, accommodation allocation, and the request and approval process. They ensure the site is safe, functional, and ready to support technical teams while operating in remote environments. This role will require a mix of office-based and on-site work. Responsibilities, Duties and Expectations Site Operations & Coordination Act as the primary point of contact for all site-related activities. Coordinate and approve on-site work, testing, demonstrations, and visits. Maintain a master site calendar, ensuring activities are scheduled, approved, and non-conflicting. Own and manage the Jira request portal for site access, work requests, approvals, and tracking. Ensure the site is operational, presentable, and mission-ready at all times. Facilities & Infrastructure Management Oversee the maintenance, safety, and functionality of site infrastructure (excluding ownership of technical systems). Manage maintenance, upgrades, utilities, and waste management. Supervise contractors and service providers working on-site. Monitor environmental factors typical of remote settings, including livestock presence, land access considerations, and weather conditions. Accommodation & Logistics Manage room allocation for on-site accommodation (where available). Coordinate bookings for external accommodation when on-site capacity is exceeded or unavailable. Ensure accommodation is maintained, cleaned, and suitable for use. Act as the point of contact for accommodation-related issues during site activities. Coordinate logistics for asset movements to/from site. Health, Safety & Security Ensure compliance with all site procedures. Maintain site safety documentation, risk assessments, and emergency procedures. Act as the lead for incident response and escalation. Coordinate emergency planning, acknowledging extended response times for police and medical services in remote environments. Manage site access ... (truncated, view full listing at source)